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X Challenges Indian Court Ruling on Social Media Regulation: Legal Battle Over Freedom of Expression
Sep 29, 2025 02:38 pm CST
Elon Musk's X has expressed serious concerns about the Karnataka High Court's ruling allowing regulation of social media in India through the 'Sahyog' portal, claiming it violates constitutional rights to free speech and bypasses established legal frameworks. The company plans to appeal the decision while affirming its commitment to Indian law, highlighting the ongoing tension between content moderation and freedom of expression in digital spaces.
Trump Signs Executive Order Allowing TikTok to Continue Operations Under New U.S. Ownership Structure
Sep 26, 2025 05:11 am CST
President Trump has signed an executive order that allows TikTok to continue operating in the United States under a new ownership structure. The deal involves creating a U.S.-based joint venture with approximately 80% American ownership, while ByteDance retains a minority stake. The agreement addresses national security concerns while preserving the popular social media platform used by millions of Americans, particularly young adults who rely on it as a news source.
"Must Regulate Content": High Court Rejects X's Challenge To Centre's Authority
Sep 24, 2025 07:51 pm CST
The Karnataka High Court today rejected a petition by Elon Musk's X Corp, which challenged the authority of government officials to issue information blocking orders.
China Extends Social Media Sanctions To Include Weibo, Kuaishou
Sep 20, 2025 08:58 pm CST
China's internet regulator said it would take "disciplinary and punitive measures" against popular apps Weibo and Kuaishou for highlighting celebrity news and "undesirable" content, extending a crackdown on social media platforms.
Social Media Has Us In Its Grip And Won't Let Go. The Charlie Kirk Killing Is A Case Study
Sep 18, 2025 02:06 am CST
Charlie Kirk's mastery of social media was key to his rise as an influence in conservative politics. So the extent to which his death and its aftermath have played out on those forums shouldn't come as a surprise.